He was known for carrying pistols with ivory handles and his intemperate manner, and is regarded as one of the most successful United States field commanders of any war. He continually strove to train his troops to the highest standard of excellence. By November 8, 1942, Patton was commanding the Western Task Force, the only all-American force landing for Operation Torch, the Allied invasion of North Africa, he was never a fan of fighting the French and after three days of the assualt he was pleased to hear the French were giving up cassablanca. He then lead his troops into Sicily, Italy and restored Sicily to it's citizens. He then was put in command of the Third Army in France and his troops dashed across Europe after the battle of Normandy and exploited German weaknesses with great success, covering the 600 miles across France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria and Czechoslovakia. His pace was slowed by a surprise attack by Hitler in the dead of winter. (the Battle of the Bulge) His troops faced many challenges through the winter months of 1944 and 1945, but they were determined and never gave up. Partly due to they're cammanding General. He lead his troops straight into Germany and played a vital part in taking Nazi emcampments and fortresses.
